Horse Racing at Hastings Raceway

Live horse racing happens at the Hastings Racecourse in Vancouver. The weekend events are fun to attend with family and friends throughout the summer.

Vancouver’s Hastings Raceway

Operated by Great Canadian Entertainment which operates casinos all across the country, Hastings Racecourse & Casino offers horse races most weekends and on some holidays. You can watch live racing, cheer from the stands, grab a bite, and enjoy views of the mountains.

The races are part of TBC Teletheatre BC which also lets audiences watch and bet on races from around the world. It is a fun outdoor activity for racing fans or anyone looking for something different to do in the city.

Where & When are the Races

Live racing takes place at Hastings Racecourse located at 188 North Renfrew Street in Vancouver. The venue is on the fairgrounds of the Pacific National Exhibition, which is where Playland and the PNE Fair take place in the summer.

Races usually happen on Saturdays and Sundays, and sometimes on holiday Mondays. Check the 2025 Schedule for exact race times.

One of the biggest events of the season is The Cup. In 2025 it happens on Saturday, July 19th. The Cup is a special race day festival at Hastings Racecourse.

The Cup at the Hastings Racecourse in 2025

Activities at The Cup include live racing, a DJ stage, fashion contests, art installations and food and drink areas. General Admission tickets in 2025 are $65 during the pre-sale and $95 after that. The Trackside VIP Pass is for four people and includes one drink each. The pre-sale price for that is $299 and the regular price is $399.

This year’s music line-up includes performances from Jonas Blue, Common People DJ, and BrassTactics.

Food vendors for 2025 include Hello Nori, Uno Gelato, Crack On, Nammos Estiatorio, Selene, Monzo, Laowai, and many more delicious bites to keep the audience going all day long.

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